Chana Daal 250g

Chana Daal 250g
Chana dal is also known as bengal gram or split chickpeas. These lentils have a sweet and nutty taste. Chana dal comes from black chickpeas
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Recipe for Chana Daal

Chana Dal Tadka (Spiced Split Bengal Gram)

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup chana dal (split Bengal gram), rinsed

  • 3 cups water (for cooking)

  • 2 tbsp ghee or oil

  • 1 tsp cumin seeds

  • 1 tsp mustard seeds

  • 1 onion, finely chopped

  • 2 tomatoes, chopped

  • 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste

  • 1 green chili, slit (optional)

  • ½ tsp turmeric powder

  • 1 tsp coriander powder

  • 1 tsp garam masala

  • 1 tsp red chili powder (adjust to taste)

  • Salt to taste

  • Fresh coriander leaves (for garnish)

  • 1 tbsp lemon juice (optional)

For Tempering (Tadka):

  • 1 tbsp ghee

  • ½ tsp cumin seeds

  • 2 garlic cloves, crushed

  • 1 dried red chili

  • A pinch of asafoetida (hing)

Instructions:

  1. Cook the Dal:

    • Pressure cook chana dal with 3 cups water, turmeric, and salt for 3–4 whistles (or simmer in a pot until soft, ~30 mins). It should be tender but not mushy.

  2. Prepare the Base:

    • Heat ghee/oil in a pan. Add cumin and mustard seeds. When they splutter, add onions and sauté until golden.

    • Add ginger-garlic paste, green chili, and spices (coriander powder, red chili powder). Sauté for 1 minute.

    • Add tomatoes and cook until soft and oil separates (~5 mins).

  3. Combine Dal & Spices:

    • Mix the cooked dal into the tomato-onion base. Add water if needed for consistency.

    • Simmer for 5–10 minutes. Stir in garam masala and lemon juice.

  4. Tempering (Tadka):

    • In a small pan, heat ghee. Add cumin, crushed garlic, dried red chili, and hing. Fry until garlic turns golden.

    • Pour this tempering over the dal and garnish with fresh coriander.

  5. Serve:

    • Best with steamed rice, jeera rice, or roti. Pair with pickle or yogurt.


Why It’s Popular:

  • Nutritious & Protein-Rich: Chana dal is packed with fiber and plant-based protein.

  • Comfort Food: The tadka (tempering) adds a smoky, aromatic depth.

  • Versatile: Can be made dry (for rotis) or with more gravy (for rice).

Variations:

  • South Indian Style: Add coconut milk and curry leaves for a milder flavor.

  • Bengali Style: Cook with grated coconut and mustard oil for a unique twist.

Add Review

  • Chana dal
    I just know these will be great for curry. All other products we have bought are tip top quality, just not tried this yet
    Posted: 2023-06-17
  • Posted: 2022-09-11
  • Posted: 2021-12-19
  • Posted: 2021-04-12
  • Chana dal
    I just know these will be great for curry. All other products we have bought are tip top quality, just not tried this yet
    Posted: 2023-06-17



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